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Masters programmesExecutive MBA

Business Studies Computer Science PsychologyEnglish Studies

Study at one of the top 25universities in Europe

Success in a world without borders

Career matters

Your future is our focus

Building employability skills

At the International Faculty we place particular emphasis on career-

related issues. We want our students to succeed in their careers and we

work closely with them aiming at building their employability skills in

order to be competitive in the labour market. Our Student and Alumni

Affairs Department offers a wide range of career services and resources

and helps our students and graduates fulfill their career aspirations.

The Department maintains a strong and extensive network of employers

from large companies and organisations who trust the University of

Sheffield International Faculty when recruiting, due to our graduates’

remarkable reputation.

Pursue a career without borders

The University of Sheffield is a globally recognised public British

university that is constantly ranked among top universities in Europe

and the world. The University’s graduates are sought after in the global

labour market due to high regard of their degree, as well as the

valuable employability skills they develop during their studies. Spread

all over the world, the University’s graduates enjoy successful careers in

big companies, organisations and multinationals. Sheffield graduates

completing their studies in Thessaloniki are part of this elite global

alumni community and enjoy success in a world without borders.

Through a rich industry-based curriculum, we motivate and support our

students to articulate their employability skills throughout their studies

with us and get involved in a range of professionally-oriented activities.

Real-life projects, hands-on training, case studies for real business

clients, company visits and guest lectures by experts in their field help

our students shape a valued graduate profile and develop an impressive

range of valuable attributes, knowledge and skills for their future

careers and life beyond.

The annual Career Fair

Every spring the International Faculty of the University of Sheffield

organises the annual Career Fair, thus providing its students and

alumni with interview opportunities with corporate recruiters to whom

they present their skills and abilities. Large companies, organisations

and multinationals from different industries across S.E. Europe

participate every year in our Career Fair and offer employment and

internship opportunities to our students and graduates.

Your studies are your investment in your future and a solid start for a

successful career. Education at the University of Sheffield International

Faculty, CITY College, extends beyond classroom. During your postgraduate

studies you will be presented with plenty of opportunities to build your

employability skills, and grow as an individual and as a professional.

Seminar by Dr. Szamosi, Academic Directorof the Executive MBA programme

EMBA students visit Rolls Royce during theStudy Week at Sheffield, UK.

Graduation Ceremony



BRITISH ACCREDITATION COUNCILCITY College was first accredited by the

British Accreditation Council (BAC) for

Independent Further and Higher Education in

February 2001. The College received BAC’s

re-accreditation in February 2007.

NATIONAL ACADEMIC RECOGNITION INFORMATION CENTRE The degrees of the University of Sheffield that

CITY College graduates receive are

recognised and certified by UK NARIC. UK

NARIC is able to confirm that holders of the

University of Sheffield degrees who studied at

CITY College should be accorded the same

professional and academic rights and

privileges as any holders of any UK degree.

BRITISH COMPUTER SOCIETY (BCS)The BSc (Hons) in Computer Science and the

MSc in Software Engineering &

Telecommunications of CITY College’s

Computer Science department have been

accredited by the British Computer Society

(BCS). CITY College graduates may become

members of the BCS. The BCS is the industry

body for IT professionals, and a Chartered

Engineering Institution for Information

Technology.

ASSOCIATION TO ADVANCE COLLEGIATE SCHOOLS OF BUSINESSThe University of Sheffield Business and

Management Bachelors and Masters

programmes and the Executive MBA at the

International Faculty are accredited by AACSB.

ASSOCIATION OF MBAsThe Executive MBA and the postgraduate

programmes MSc in Management (Human

Resource Management, Logistics and Supply

Chain Management, Leisure and Toursim

Management) are accredited by the

Association of MBAs (AMBA).

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)The Business and Management programmes

(Bachelors, Masters, Executive MBA) offered

by the International Faculty are accredited by

the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

Graduates of Bachelors programmes may

additionally receive the Level 6 Diploma in

Management and Leadership while graduates

of Masters programmes may receive the

Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management

& Leadership.

The University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College

Main campus: Thessaloniki, Greece

Study for a top class British Master’s degree in Thessaloniki

Pursue a career without borders

The University of Sheffield International

Faculty, CITY College, is one of the six

faculties within the University and the only

one operating overseas, with its main

campus in Thessaloniki, Greece. Bridging

the UK with the South East and Eastern

Europe, the International Faculty offers to

students the unique opportunity to study

for a top class British degree of the

University of Sheffield in their region.

The University of Sheffield is one of the

oldest British Universities. It is a leading

research university, located in Sheffield in

South Yorkshire, England, ranked within

the World’s top 100 universities and

Europe’s top 25 universities. It belongs to

the 1% of the best universities in the world.

Today, with nearly 24,000 students from

124 countries every year, and almost 6000

staff, the University of Sheffield is a

popular choice for university applicants.

Enjoy a truly international student experience

Stretching across borders, the International

Faculty embraces internationalisation and

gives to its students the experiences,

curricula and traditions of the University.

We aspire to transfer knowledge, in-depth

research and academic excellence across

the region. The dynamic international

environment of the University of Sheffield

International Faculty comprises students

and highly qualified faculty members from

more than 15 countries. This unique

mixture adds even more to the overall

learning experience in a truly international

environment.

The value and status of the University of

Sheffield degree, as well as the valuable

skills and knowledge gained during studies

reflect the successful career prospects of our

graduates in Europe and in the world.

5 Nobel prizes

25th in Europe

71st in the world

Join a rich research environment

Academic research represents the backbone

of our philosophy and practice.

The International Faculty fosters and

promotes cutting-edge interdisciplinary

research and innovation, providing a

supporting environment for both academics’

and students’ research activities within all

academic departments. In order to promote

research further, we have established the

South East European Research Centre

(SEERC), which carries out substantial

research within the region (www.seerc.org).

Accreditation and recognition

The University of Sheffield among the world’s best

QS World University Rankings 2013-14

Masters degreesMA in Digital Marketing and Social Media

MA in Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations

MSc in Banking and Finance

Career opportunitiesBusiness planning and consulting managers, operationsmanagers, project managers, production managers,business executives within companies, governmentdepartments, or any organization

MSc in Management

Develop an in - depth understanding of the business and management disciplines.

Focus on complex organizational issues and developments which managers encounter.

Develop competencies for a wide range of managerial careers.

Career opportunitiesHR managers, HR counsellors, careers advisers, managers and consultants within large multinationalcompanies, government departments, or any organization

MSc in Management (Human Resource Management)

Career opportunities

Logistics/supply chain managers, transporting,

warehousing and distribution managers

MSc in Management (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)

Acquire knowledge of supply chain theories and practices and become aware of theirsignificant impact on all aspects of business.

Explore the importance and contribution of logistics in the environmental/greenconcerns of our times.

Prepare for positions in the fast growing field of logistics and supply chain management.

Career opportunitiesCorporate finance managers, financial planningmanagers, investment banking managers, privatebanking managers, retail banking managers, business counsellors, investment counsellors

Explore the various factors that have reshaped today’s financial system.

Develop an expertise in the use of modern and highly sophisticated financial instruments.

Acquire the necessary knowledge and practical skills for a successful career in the financial services industry.


Marketing managers, brand managers, product

development managers, media buying specialists,

copywriters, media relations managers, public

relations managers, market research specialists,

retailing managers, sales managers

Explore the latest marketing theory in today’s changing business environment.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the integration of marketing, advertising, and public relations inside organisations.

Acquire the knowledge and skills required for pursuing or advancing a career in marketing, advertising, and/or public relations.


Digital marketing and social media specialists,

marketing managers, brand managers, media

buying specialists, public relations managers

Explore and comprehend new media as a vehicle for growth in the digital marketing environment.

Develop the expertise required for the implementation and effective management of social media and digital marketing campaigns.

Acquire the competencies needed to pursue a marketing career in the booming digital era.

Career opportunitiesTourism, hospitality and event managers, sportsfacilities managers, leisure facilities managers,entertainment industry, food and beverage managers

MSc in Management (Leisure and Tourism Management)

Explore the latest trends in leisure and tourism.

Develop and apply cutting-edge business skills and knowledge within the leisureand tourism industry.

Prepare for a fast-track career in the leisure and tourism sector.

MSc in International Health Management and Leadership Online Master

Explore the development of core competencies in international health management,including principles for innovation, problem solving, change management, evaluatingprogramme implementation, administering health services and community health programmes, entrepreneurship, principles of partnership and cross-sector working.

Learn about the development of flexible and transferable management and leadership skills thatcan be used to adapt to the changing requirements of a wide range of diverse health systems.

Career opportunitiesHealthcare managers and professionals working inhealth systems from both the public and privatesectors. (hospitals, health centres, health insuranceorganizations, pharmaceutical industries etc)

Business

Understand the foundations of HRM and its impact on current and future business operations.

Recognise the strategic importance of HRM in modern organisations.

Synthesise and apply HR policies and practices in various domestic and international organisational contexts.

Masters degreesMSc in Software Engineering and Telecommunications

MSc in Counselling Psychology


Psychologists, counsellors, social workers

in hospitals, community centres, schools

and businesses, therapists, family counsellors,

guidance counsellors

* For Greek applicants onlyGreek eligible candidates are expected to hold an AEI or TEI degree. The Masters studies may be funded by the 0.45 programme of OAED.

Course duration: 1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)MA in Counselling Psychology with a Practicum:2 year (full-time) or 3 years (part-time)Online Master:2 - 4 years

Language of instruction:English

Degree title:Degree titles are awarded directly by the University of Sheffield

Who can apply*:Eligible candidates should hold anundergraduate degree from anaccredited institution

MA in Counselling Psychology with a Practicum

Develop and practice advanced counselling skills in a real working environment.

Acquire a thorough theoretical and practical grounding in CounsellingPsychology.

Learn how to assist individuals, families, and organizations in areas such as personal well-being, relationships, work, recreation and health.

Career opportunitiesThe programme is addressed to people with a widerange of academic and professional backgrounds,including educators, both from public and private sector, writers, teacher trainers, researchers in the field of second language acquisition, advertisers, etc.

MA in Applied Linguistics with TESOL

Combine current theory and practice in language teaching and language learning.

Gain advanced training in Applied Linguistics.

Enhance linguistic research.

MBA in General Management

MBA in Marketing

MBA in Finance

MBA in Logistics

MBA in Healthcare Management

The Executive MBA (EMBA) is an innovative programme designed for today’smanagers and business professionals who need to improve their skills andknowledge for professional, career and personal development. Participantsenrich their experiences and share best practices with people from other cultures, countries and industries. Every year high level managers from leading companies and organisations of South East and Eastern Europe areadmitted to our MBA programme.

Course duration:

2 years (1 weekend per month /

classes Friday afternoon, Saturday,

Sunday)

1 study week at the University

of Sheffield, UK

Language of instruction:

English

Degree title:

The title Masters in Business

Administration (MBA) is awarded

directly by the University of Sheffield

Who can apply*:

Eligible candidates are expected to have:

•Undergraduate degree from an

accredited institution of any discipline

•A minimum of 3-5 years of

professional experience

•English language qualifications


Psychologists, counsellors, social workers in hospitals,

community centres, schools and businesses,

therapists, family counsellors, guidance counsellors

Get a thorough theoretical grounding in Counselling Psychology.

Learn how to assist individuals, families and organisations in areas such aspersonal well-being, relationships, work, recreation and health.

Prepare to embark a career in one of the most popular fields of psychology.


Software engineers, telecommunications

project managers, telecommunications analysts,

technology consultants

Experience world-class teaching and research within the areas of softwareengineering and telecommunications.

Focus on the theoretical and applied study of the design and development of high-quality and complex software systems.

Become a professional software engineer specialised in contemporary networking technologies.

Executive MBA

ComputerScience

Psychology

EnglishStudies

WhyCITY College

A Masters degree from one of Europe’s top 25 UniversitiesGraduates of the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College, are awarded the University of Sheffield degree, one of Europe’s top 25 universities.Undertake a University of Sheffield Master’s degree programme whilst studying inThessaloniki, Greece.

CITY College is a Faculty of the University of SheffieldCITY College is an integral part of the University of Sheffield. It is the only Faculty ofthe British University located overseas with its main campus in Thessaloniki, Greece.

Career prospects in Europe and the worldOur graduates enjoy employment opportunities across Europe and the whole world!The University of Sheffield International Faculty maintains strong links with the industry, keeping thus its courses, its academic staff and its students updated in vitalscientific as well as professional developments.

Innovative teaching – Moving from theory to practiceWe aim at keeping up with the industry’s latest trends and provide our students withvaluable practical skills that will prepare them to embark a successful career. With ourhands-on learning approach, real-life projects and innovative methodologies we balance theory and practice and provide our postgraduate students opportunities todevelop specialist knowledge and skills.

Excellent academic staff Our full-time academic staff in its vast majority (70%) holds a PhD degree. All academic staff members have extensive teaching and professional experience.

A rich research environment The University of Sheffield International Faculty is strongly committed to research andheartily encourages and supports the staff to promote their research and publicationactivities as well as to supervise the research work of students and PhD candidates.

Accredited / recognised by official international bodiesOur quality is verified regularly by external and independent quality assurance bodies.We aim at obtaining accreditation and recognition from prominent international organisations to ensure that all our programmes are offered in accordance with thehighest international standards.

Excellent provision for studentsWe offer a number of support student services, aiming at assisting students to inte-grate their academic and social life. The Information and Learning Commons (ILC), the Student and Alumni Affairs Department, the English Language Support Unit, the Accommodation Office and the Career Office are some of the services provided.

A city centre campus in a beautiful Mediterranean cityOur main campus consists of 3 buildings in the centre of Thessaloniki and offers students access to numerous facilities. Thessaloniki is considered one of the bestcities to study in! It is a beautiful Mediterranean city built next to the sea, a true university city with more than 60.000 university students and a key junction in theSouth East Europe. It offers all the attractions and advantages of a big city in a friendly and safe environment!

Contact:Registration OfficeTsimiski building 13, Tsimiski st.54624, Thessaloniki, GreeceTel.: +30 2310 275575, 278714Email: [email protected]

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